In 2023, twenty-four international airports are recognized on the list, with CRK as one of two laureates from Southeast Asia (Van Don International Airport in Vietnam is the other).
The Cebu–Cordova Link Expressway (CCLEX) spans 8.9 kilometers (5.5 mi), becoming the Philippines’ longest and tallest bridge.
Legend has it that the Thien Cung cave was the ancient residence of the Dragon King and his beautiful bride, May. Their spectacular wedding was once attended by gods, fairies, genies and dragons, many of whose images depict the stalactites and stalagmites that fill the huge cavern like an impressive mural of an ancient lavish banquet.
Literally chased this beautiful sunset in Las Casas Filipinas de Acuzar on the beach. Worth the run.
I wasn’t aware of this until photos were sent by a friend of my buddy Joyce Mariscal (Vice Mayor of Sta. Maria, Davao Occidental) about Philippine Tourism double decker buses going around in Auckland, New Zealand with my photo on them.
“The sun will rise and set regardless. What we choose to do with the light while it’s here is up to us. Journey wisely.” – Alexandra Elle
Here’s a series of my sunrise shoot at the new Davao City Coastal Road last November 11, 2023
“Every day a million miracles begin at sunrise!” ― Eric Jerome Dickey
“Every day a million miracles begin at sunrise!” ― Eric Jerome Dickey
What’s so special about the Super Moon this August 2023? First, there are two super full moons — the Sturgeon Moon on August 1 and the Blue Moon (nicknamed for rarely occurring on the same month) on August 30.
This picturesque coastal area of Barangay Lucatan in Tarragona, Davao Oriental is locally popular for its frequent dolphin sightings.
Before the pandemic, cosplay events were a regular thing in the city and a cause for excitement among young and old avid dressers. I’m just glad the hype is slowly getting back in the malls. I didn’t bring my usual gears, though. Instead I brought an old camera just for fun.
HONOR Philippines introduces not just one but three smart devices in the market recently –the X Series HONOR X9a 5G, HONOR X7a, and HONOR MagicBook X laptops.
“Your eye must see a composition or an expression that life itself offers you, and you must know with intuition when to click the camera. That is the moment the photographer is creative, oop! The Moment! Once you miss it, it is gone forever.”
I was in the right place at the right moment the sun gave its dramatic exit behind the shoulder of Mount Apo, our country’s tallest and most majestic mountain, its crater illuminating a golden burst of halo.
“A lake is a landscape’s most beautiful and expressive feature. It is Earth’s eye; looking into which the beholder measures the depth of his own nature.” – Henry David Thoreau Sunrise in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato © Jojie Alcantara At a cool elevation of 1000m above sea level, Lake Sebu is a dream destination for photographers and artists. When you are looking for serenity, solitude and peace of mind, this location is a good choice to recharge an aching, wandering soul. Come visit the Philippines. Explore Mindanao.
“Sometimes you find yourself in the middle of nowhere and sometimes in the middle of nowhere you find yourself.” ~Stacy Westfall
“Nature provides great stress relief by enabling us to remove ourselves from the things that cause us stress in the first place. So if you’re struggling with depression or anxiety, visit a forest and focus your senses of sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch on our natural surroundings.” -author unknown
You’ll never find a rainbow if you’re looking down.” – Charlie Chaplin
In the new normal setting, I have covered an important event wearing a white tag that indicated I am virus-free to mingle with officials and VIPs.
“I go to nature to be soothed, healed and have my senses put in order.” – John Burroughs
I went out and headed to Poblacion today, which held the Mindanao Art Exhibit 2021, a gathering of talented artists all over Mindanao. Stunning artworks to view all over two floors.
There are beautiful places in these islands that I do not particularly want to share, and have been hesitant to do so. These are serene spots you just want to preserve and protect yet at the same time you want others to feel what you went through.
The Scene Stealer 